ALL AMERICAN Small Arms Training is currently offering the training phase of the Maryland HQL requirement, in effect since 01 October 2013, for anyone wanting to take possession of a regulated firearm (handgun) in the state of Maryland. Anyone wanting to take possession of a handgun MUST complete the training phase, or be training exempt, before a Handgun Qualification License (HQL)will be issued by the Maryland State Police. Training includes classroom exercises and live fire range exercises and is open to any person who is not legally disqualified from owning or being in contact with  firearms. The classroom portion of the class is conducted in Forestville, Maryland, on a weekly basis, and the live-fire portion is conducted at a private gun club/range facility in Bowie, Maryland on the same day. Total classroom and range time is about 4 hours, plus travel time. Cost of the training course is $75.00 and includes printed material, classroom time, range time, use of firearm(s) and ammunition, and the required training one needs to certify for a Handgun Qualification License (HQL). Class dates currently scheduled are 08-08-2020, 08-15-2020, 08-22-2020, 08-29-2020, and 09-05-2020. Call REDACTED weekdays 8am-6pm for details and to register for a class date or to have any questions answered.